Anyone autocross their F?
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Anyone autocross their F?
I used to autocross previous cars years ago and was debating whether to start planning to get a second set of rims / autocross tires for next summer... Don't have quite as much free time as I did back then, but I hope to take it out a few times at least.
I've seen lots of drag related posts but nothing on autocross so thought I'd try to pry it out of you all
So, if you've run yours, did you run on the stock tires or something else? How'd it do? Any comments on how it "behaved"? Tips for handling the beast in that kind of environment?
I've seen lots of drag related posts but nothing on autocross so thought I'd try to pry it out of you all
So, if you've run yours, did you run on the stock tires or something else? How'd it do? Any comments on how it "behaved"? Tips for handling the beast in that kind of environment?
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similar to the GT-R. pressing a launch button would ultimately void warranty. though the IS F does not come with such a button, i do think in the long run it would have a negative impact on the transmission, as well as possibly the engine itself. but for those who are adept at tracking their cars and know how to well, it shouldn't be a problem. it is for those who want the thrill of going on a race track that may not know fully how to maintain their big time purchase.
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similar to the GT-R. pressing a launch button would ultimately void warranty. though the IS F does not come with such a button, i do think in the long run it would have a negative impact on the transmission, as well as possibly the engine itself. but for those who are adept at tracking their cars and know how to well, it shouldn't be a problem. it is for those who want the thrill of going on a race track that may not know fully how to maintain their big time purchase.
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I BOUGHT IT TO RACE IT. What a waste of car if I just drive it to work and back. Money is not an issue and either is the warranty. I have a dealer that is willing to take care of me. I can only do what the car will let me. Smashing in a wall thats a dif story... so I guess that goes the same for a M3?? Sorry, but with proper maintenance and care I see no issue.....
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I BOUGHT IT TO RACE IT. What a waste of car if I just drive it to work and back. Money is not an issue and either is the warranty. I have a dealer that is willing to take care of me. I can only do what the car will let me. Smashing in a wall thats a dif story... so I guess that goes the same for a M3?? Sorry, but with proper maintenance and care I see no issue.....
times a million.
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As long as you're talking track activities with 0 or near 0 risk of collision with another vehicle, wall, etc. (e.g. most autocross events) I don't think its that big a deal and see absolutely no reason it should void a warranty. My autocross experiences, including watching other people run, rarely showed anything that most people wouldn't do to their cars on the street, it's just more likely to be legal during the autocross.
I look at it like this. Can you hurt your car at all by taking a corner hard? No, that just burns some extra rubber off the tires. And do you ever get the urge and run the car to the redline instead of driving like grandma? With a car like this, I hope so
Personally, I think you're better off learning what any given car is capable of and how to handle it near its limits in a safe (track) environment vs. not knowing.
I look at it like this. Can you hurt your car at all by taking a corner hard? No, that just burns some extra rubber off the tires. And do you ever get the urge and run the car to the redline instead of driving like grandma? With a car like this, I hope so
Personally, I think you're better off learning what any given car is capable of and how to handle it near its limits in a safe (track) environment vs. not knowing.
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as long as you're talking track activities with 0 or near 0 risk of collision with another vehicle, wall, etc. (e.g. Most autocross events) i don't think its that big a deal and see absolutely no reason it should void a warranty. My autocross experiences, including watching other people run, rarely showed anything that most people wouldn't do to their cars on the street, it's just more likely to be legal during the autocross.
I look at it like this. Can you hurt your car at all by taking a corner hard? No, that just burns some extra rubber off the tires. And do you ever get the urge and run the car to the redline instead of driving like grandma? With a car like this, i hope so :d
personally, i think you're better off learning what any given car is capable of and how to handle it near its limits in a safe (track) environment vs. Not knowing.
I look at it like this. Can you hurt your car at all by taking a corner hard? No, that just burns some extra rubber off the tires. And do you ever get the urge and run the car to the redline instead of driving like grandma? With a car like this, i hope so :d
personally, i think you're better off learning what any given car is capable of and how to handle it near its limits in a safe (track) environment vs. Not knowing.
thats what i am talking about... Well said
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I BOUGHT IT TO RACE IT. What a waste of car if I just drive it to work and back. Money is not an issue and either is the warranty. I have a dealer that is willing to take care of me. I can only do what the car will let me. Smashing in a wall thats a dif story... so I guess that goes the same for a M3?? Sorry, but with proper maintenance and care I see no issue.....
As for the question on the thread. I haven't autocrossed the F I've only run it at track days on circuit tracks. In my opinion it is an impressive machine from the factory especially for a sedan. The F blows by cars going up the uphill at the shenandoah circuit at summit point. My cousin autocrosses and he said he's seen this guy in a stock F win his class twice so it can be done for sure.
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As long as you're talking track activities with 0 or near 0 risk of collision with another vehicle, wall, etc. (e.g. most autocross events) I don't think its that big a deal and see absolutely no reason it should void a warranty. My autocross experiences, including watching other people run, rarely showed anything that most people wouldn't do to their cars on the street, it's just more likely to be legal during the autocross.
I look at it like this. Can you hurt your car at all by taking a corner hard? No, that just burns some extra rubber off the tires. And do you ever get the urge and run the car to the redline instead of driving like grandma? With a car like this, I hope so
Personally, I think you're better off learning what any given car is capable of and how to handle it near its limits in a safe (track) environment vs. not knowing.
I look at it like this. Can you hurt your car at all by taking a corner hard? No, that just burns some extra rubber off the tires. And do you ever get the urge and run the car to the redline instead of driving like grandma? With a car like this, I hope so
Personally, I think you're better off learning what any given car is capable of and how to handle it near its limits in a safe (track) environment vs. not knowing.
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I really dont know why the Nissan Gtr even have that stupid button for..... Its there but your not allowed to press it otherwise your warranty will be void...... OK..... WTF you put it there for?????? Its like telling us F owners, you got a 500hp shot of NOS right here, this Blue buttone here, but if you press the button, you might blow up the engine and void warranty.... But its there, the New F has 916Hp with the NOS button, 0-60 in 2.8sec. but we gotta make you sign this paper about pressing the button before we sell you the new F.... hahahahahahahahaha
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hahaha.... so i can caress my blue button but never use it.. hahah.. dood and if we push it like all these alarms go off and siren flashing ..... VOIDED VOIDED VOIDED... hahah..